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Spider mites impacting soybean fields

An extension field crops entomologist with the University of Illinois says some farmers are battling spider mites this spring. Nick Seiter says the pest thrives in dry conditions. “Spider mites are the ones that I get concerned about that ...
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Impressive Illinois wheat harvest

A southeastern Illinois farmer says an impressive winter wheat harvest is wrapping up in his area. “We finished our wheat, and it was very good. There’s some wheat left, but most of it’s done.” Don Guinnip, who raises row ...
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Yield efficiency key to profitability

An ag economist with the University of Missouri says a key to profitability in 2025 for many row crop farmers will be protecting yield. Ben Brown says depressed prices and elevated costs make every bushel matter. “Generally speaking, you ...
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Tick issues on rise

A central Illinois veterinarian says he’s seeing an increase in tick-related issues. Dr. Derek McFarland, of Jubilee Hills Veterinary Service in Princeville, says a stretch of relatively mild winters has led to more overwintering by the parasites. “The amount ...
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Fighting rains and wildlife

A southeastern Illinois farmer says a challenging spring plagued by constant rains is being compounded by wildlife issues. Don Guinnip, who raises row crops and cattle in Clark County, says deer are setting him back as much as the ...
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Break in weather brings planting progress in southeastern Illinois

A break in the weather has finally brought busy times for a southeastern Illinois farmer. “We’re really a month behind.  Everything we’re doing now should have been done the 1st of June instead of the 1st of July.” Clark ...
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Illinois EPA offering conservation assistance

The nutrient loss reduction strategy coordinator with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency says more support is available for farmers and landowners looking to utilize edge-of-field conservation practices. Trevor Sample says new Gulf Hypoxia Program (GHP) Priority Watershed Implementation Grants ...
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Meat processor sees stable demand despite increased prices

The president of the Illinois Meat Processors Association says consumer demand for pork and beef remains strong despite continued high prices. Buddy Raber, who owns Raber Packing Company in Peoria, says the elevated market is keeping many producers cautious. ...
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Grape colaspis impacting some crops

An extension field crop entomologist with the University of Illinois says some farmers are dealing with grape colaspis. During a recent Illinois Soybean Association webinar, Nick Seiter told growers it’s an intermittent pest that’s most often observed in corn. ...
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NFU: Farmers need new farm bill

The vice president of the National Farmers Union (NFU) says Midwestern farmers need a new farm bill. South Dakota farmer Jeff Kippley has spent the past several days visiting with producers in Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa. “Farm bill is ...
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Proven crop protection

A practical farm research (PFR) agronomist with Beck’s Hybrids says long-term studies show some crop protection practices are a wise investment. Clayton Stufflebeam, who’s based in central Illinois, says the company’s PFR Proven label is well earned. “Any product ...
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Preparing for tar spot

A technical service representative with BASF says Midwestern corn farmers need a plan to fight tar spot. “The last time I saw tar spot this early, with the forecast this wet, was in 2021.” Kurt Maertens, who covers eastern ...
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